Panasonic
Lumix LX100
Original large-sensor LX compact with Four Thirds sensor crop, fast Leica zoom, EVF, and 4K video.
$899
Released Sep 2014
Panasonic
Lumix S5 II
Phase-detect L-mount hybrid with 6K open gate and strong video tools.
$1,999
Released Jan 2023
Lumix S5 II is 8.3 years newer.
Wins
Lumix LX100
Wins
Lumix S5 II
1 categories tied
TL;DR — Key differences
- BLumix S5 II has higher IBIS effectiveness (5 stops vs 0 stops)
- BLumix S5 II has higher RAW buffer depth (200 frames vs 9 frames)
- BLumix S5 II has higher AF points / zones (779 vs 49)
- BLumix S5 II has lower ISO min (native) (100 vs 200)
- BLumix S5 II has higher ISO max (native) (51,200 vs 25,600)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
Lumix LX100
115 × 66 × 55 mm
393 g (0.87 lb / 13.86 oz)
Lumix S5 II
134 × 102 × 90 mm
740 g (1.63 lb / 26.10 oz)
Lumix LX100 is 20mm narrower, 36mm shorter, and 35mm thinner than Lumix S5 II.
Lumix LX100 is 347 g lighter than Lumix S5 II.
Depth (front-to-back): 55mm Lumix LX100 · 90mm Lumix S5 II
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix LX100
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Lumix S5 II
35.6 × 23.8 mm · Full Frame
847 mm² area
3.8× larger sensor area = shallower depth of field and better low-light performance.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
Lumix LX100
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 114.8, 66.2, 55
Card types
Adds SD UHS-I
Weight
393 g vs 740 g — lower is better
Codecs
Adds AVCHD
Burst (electronic)
40 fps vs 30 fps — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
11 fps vs 9 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
Lumix S5 II
AF low-light limit
-6 EV vs -4 EV — lower is better
IBIS effectiveness
5 stops vs 0 stops — higher is better
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134.3, 102.3, 90.1
Card types
Adds SD UHS-II, SD UHS-II
RAW buffer depth
200 frames vs 9 frames — higher is better
AF points / zones
779 vs 49 — higher is better
ISO min (native)
100 vs 200 — lower is better
ISO max (native)
51,200 vs 25,600 — higher is better
Both cameras share
- ✓AF frame coverage — Both 100 %
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Touchscreen — Both support touchscreen
- ✓Wi-Fi — Both support wi-fi
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Lumix LX100
Pros
- ✓Large sensor compact
- ✓Fast Leica zoom
- ✓Built-in EVF
- ✓4K video
Cons
- –12.8MP output
- –No touch screen
- –Older AF
Lumix S5 II
Pros
- ✓Phase-detect AF finally
- ✓6K open gate
- ✓IBIS
- ✓Great value
Cons
- –24MP resolution
- –L-mount size
- –AF still behind Canon/Sony
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for landscape, Lumix LX100 or Lumix S5 II?
Lumix S5 II scores 7.0/10 versus 0.0/10 for Lumix LX100 — Full-frame sensor — wider dynamic range.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix LX100 and Lumix S5 II?
Lumix LX100 is 12.8 MP and Lumix S5 II is 24.2 MP, so the Lumix S5 II captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix LX100 and Lumix S5 II have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix LX100 does not have IBIS, while lumix S5 II has 5-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix LX100 or the Lumix S5 II?
Lumix LX100 reaches 40 fps electronic. Lumix S5 II reaches 30 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix LX100 and Lumix S5 II?
Lumix LX100 weighs 393 g and Lumix S5 II weighs 740 g, so the Lumix LX100 is 347 g lighter.
Do the Lumix LX100 and Lumix S5 II record 4K video?
Lumix LX100: 4K up to 30p. Lumix S5 II: 6K Open Gate (max), 4K up to 60p.
Are the Lumix LX100 and Lumix S5 II weather sealed?
Lumix LX100: No. Lumix S5 II: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 300 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix LX100 and 370 shots for the Lumix S5 II, giving the Lumix S5 II the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix LX100 launched at $899 and Lumix S5 II at $1,999. The Lumix LX100 is $1,100 less.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.